Latest articles by Cale Hunt
We tested the best Thunderbolt 5 docks you can buy in 2026
Laptops Thunderbolt laptop docks offer unparalleled performance, and they're the perfect way to expand your PC's connectivity. I rounded up the best we've tested so far.
Missing 64GB of RAM? This PC hobbyist might have found it.
Hardware Who is tossing out perfectly good RAM in this economy?
New tests put Qualcomm's Snapdragon X2 Elite ahead of Apple's M5
Hardware Benchmarks from Hardware Canucks show just how well the upcoming Qualcomm Snapdragon X2 Elite chip can compete with the latest from Apple, Intel, and AMD.
See how Dell's new XPS 14 and XPS 16 for 2026 compare
Laptops Dell's new XPS 14 and XPS 16 for 2026 have landed, and you want to be sure you're getting the right model.
Neocities founder calls out Bing for blocking 1.5 million websites
Microsoft What happens when actual human-made content starts getting blocked by one of the biggest search engines around? Let AI figure it out!
Forget a full tower — these mini PCs are the best we've tested
PC Mini PCs are an excellent alternative to full-size desktop PCs, eliminating empty space inside a tower while also keeping the price way down. Here are the best we've tested so far at Windows Central.
Want to take Minecraft everywhere? These are the best laptops for the job.
Laptops We've rounded up our favorite gaming laptops and ultrabooks for playing Minecraft, whether you want to keep things simple or dive deep with community mods.
Edge Canary's "Read Aloud" tool now launches Copilot Vision
Windows 11 Microsoft's experimental Edge Canary build has some changes for the Read Aloud function. Instead of reading the text on the page, it now launches Copilot Vision instead.
These are the best keyboards we've tested so far
Accessories With countless options on the market, choosing a new keyboard for your PC can be daunting. I curated this list of the best we've tested for a wide range of uses.
You have a few months to say goodbye to 3D Viewer
Windows Microsoft has moved its 3D Viewer app onto the deprecated list, and it's expected to disappear from the Microsoft Store in July 2026. I have some suggestions as to what you can use instead.
The AI web is broken. Microsoft's new marketplace might fix it.
Microsoft Microsoft has unveiled the Publisher Content Marketplace, a new initiative that aims to compensate publishers for quality content while helping better train AI tools. Win-win?
Raspberry Pi is going up in price ... again.
Hardware Raspberry Pi is one of the most affordable ways to get your hands on a computer, but memory shortages are causing unwanted price hikes for the company. Here's what you need to know.
Firefox is getting an AI kill switch, and I want one for Edge
Windows Edge's AI tools are certainly useful, but that doesn't mean everyone wants to use them. Wouldn't it be nice to disable everything with one click?
These pre-built desktop PCs are the best we've tested
Hardware Pre-built PCs come in many shapes and sizes, from budget options for homework to premium builds with power for gaming. Here are the best we've reviewed.
Here are the best pre-built gaming PCs for sim racing in 2025
PC Gaming The best pre-built gaming PCs for sim racing will offer a more personalized experience than a console. Grab a ready-made computer and hit the racetrack.
Notepad++ hijacked, but latest update appears to solve the issue
Security The popular Notepad alternative's team just published a security update detailing the effects of a state-sponsored hack. Here's what you need to know, including how to protect yourself going forward.
You don't have to spend a lot to get a quality desktop computer
PC Desktop computers aren't known for being cheap, but there are affordable options that pack a punch. My top picks will help you find your next budget PC.
These pre-built PCs are ideal for playing Flight Simulator
PC Gaming Flight Simulator is the premier title for anyone who loves to fly, and having the right PC for the job can make all the difference. Here are my favorites.
These great gaming laptops make it easy to game on the go
Laptops With one of the best gaming laptops in your hands, you can forget about needing a bulky desktop rig. From budget options to elite picks, here are our favorites.
Orico's X50 makes it easy to repurpose your M.2 SSDs
Review SSD enclosures aren't a new idea, but those with Thunderbolt 5 performance are still fairly rare. Orico's X50 counts itself among the few products, and it's been nothing but a boon to my workflow.
NVIDIA addresses vulnerabilities in its older GPUs with latest driver
Hardware NVIDIA's older GPUs are still in service in plenty of PCs despite them no longer receiving Game Ready Driver updates.
A modern, less-bloated, GitHub‑supplied Notepad is here
Software Not happy with the direction that Windows 11's Notepad app is taking? Don't want to use Notepad++? This free, open-source alternative is available on GitHub.
It's a great time to get caught up on the world of competitive Age of Empires 2
Gaming The Red Bull Wololo: Londinium tournament's $200,000 finale will be played at the Royal Albert Hall, but the qualifiers have already delivered some top-shelf Age 2 action.
